Endorsements
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Our Mission
The Relic Project aims to establish a worldwide online library of 1st and 2nd class relics so we, as a Church, may know which Saints we have, where they are located, and offer people the opportunity to request secure veneration of these relics.
Our Goal
Our goal is to become a Vatican-sponsored all-in-one voice for relics and advance the Relic Renaissance by bringing sacred relics into the digital age
Our Vision
Bringing Relics to the Light
Deepening the Faith
Imagine a world where each parish community has access to an online library showcasing all the Saint relics within their reach. Each diocese could maintain a comprehensive backup list of relics in their region, ensuring these treasures are recognized and venerated.
Relics are not just hidden in churches; they also reside in the homes of the laity. It is paramount that these Treasures of the Faith be brought to light, venerated, and shared with the faithful. Sadly, countless relics remain forgotten or hidden away, depriving communities of their spiritual significance.
The Relic Project, a nonprofit launched in Spokane a year and a half ago, is addressing this challenge. This global initiative aims to create the world’s first international online database of 1st and 2nd class relics, helping followers of Christ draw closer to the saints by knowing who we have and where they are in our communities. We like to think of it as advancing the "relic renaissance," bringing this sacred tradition into the digital age.
What makes The Relic Project unique is its functionality. When you log into the app or database, you can search for a saint and instantly access their bio, picture, and links to resources associated with the Saint. Additionally, you’ll find global relic locations through a map... for example, where St. Faustina’s relics are kept. The platform offers two sides: a public side for everyone to explore and a private side for specialized use by church institutions and authorized relic custodians.
As this project expands worldwide, we hope communities are inspired to establish relic chapels like St. Anthony's Chapel in Pittsburgh, PA.
Let us, as a Church, heed this divine call to share these treasures and bring relics into the light, deepening the faith of countless souls.
The Divine Calling
Our founder’s steadfast dedication stems from a divine calling to share these relics with the public. His first encounter with such relics, at the Treasures of the Church exhibit with Fr. Carlos Martin, was deeply inspiring. This experience ignited the project, driven by a mission to bring the Saints into the light for all to see.
Mission in Action
